Driver of recreational vehicle arrested after fatal crash with pickup truck in Southfield

The driver of a recreational vehicle involved in a fatal crash Sunday was suspected of driving while intoxicated and was arrested, according to Southfield police.MLive file

SOUTHFIELD, MI -- One person died Sunday morning and another injured when their pickup truck overturned after colliding with a recreational vehicle, according to police.

The driver of the recreational vehicle was suspected of driving while intoxicated and was arrested, Southfield police announced Monday.

Officers found the overturned truck near Aberdeen Street and Cambridge Avenue around 8:10 p.m. Sunday.

"It appears that the recreational vehicle was southbound on Aberdeen attempting to make a left turn when the pickup truck attempted to pass it, colliding with it and causing the pickup truck to roll over," police announced. "It appears alcohol may have been a factor in the crash and seatbelt usage is unknown at this time."

Two people were in the pickup truck, police said. One was killed and the other taken to a hospital with unknown injuries.

Police were continuing to investigate. Anyone with information is asked to call 248-796-5500.